Nathan P. Gibson
Location
Sunderland, United Kingdom
School
Teesside University
Expertise
Xbox, Nintendo, Indie Gaming
- Nathan has interviewed a number of high-profile independent game developers over the years to discuss their influences and aims. These have included Alx Preston of Heart Machine, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Hyper Light Drifter, and Cuphead's co-director Chad Moldenhauer.
- He has written dozens of reviews for games on consoles such as the Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.
- As an avid gamer, he has owned every major console since the Dreamcast and possesses a video game backlog that will likely never be surmounted.
Experience
Nathan first joined Static Media in 2021, writing for brands such as Looper and SVG, and then moved to Slash Gear in 2022 to provide specialist video game articles. Before that, he worked as a freelance writer covering the gaming industry for a wide array of sites, including The Independent, Pop Geeks, Cultured Vultures, and Screen Rant — contributing reviews, news, features, and guides. He has also spent more than a year working as an editor for CBR between 2019 and 2020, where he managed a team of more than 20 writers.
Education
Nathan attended Teesside University and graduated in 2012 with a BSc in Psychology, learning a lot about long-form writing and critical thinking along the way.
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Stories By Nathan P. Gibson
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The International Space Station is crewed by some of the smartest, bravest people in history. Their biggest challenge? Just getting through the day.
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These tips, helpful hints, and hidden features will help you get the most out of your Fitbit smartwatch, especially as they become increasingly prevalent.
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The much maligned Nintendo Wii U will go down in history as a rare flop for Nintendo. However, not everything about the console proved to be a negative.
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The Nintendo Wii relied on fun and intuitive motion controls for many signature titles, which opened the flood gates for all sorts of imaginative devices.
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A good gaming system can be made great with the addition of top-flight accessories. Come see how to make your favorite gamer happy this Yuletide.
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While music streaming services are hard to avoid these days, there are still plenty of capable music players that let you listen to your own audio.
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Widgets are one of the Android operating system's greatest features. They put all the convenience of an app right where you need it, customized just for you.
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The "Transformer" films introduced audiences to an all new version of Bumblebee who was portrayed as a Chevrolet Camaro instead of a VW Beetle. Here's why.
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The new Steam Deck OLED is a significant improvement over the original version, and the screen is not the only thing that has been made better.
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There's no shortage of exercise equipment and fitness-based gadgets to help you with your workouts at home or outdoors. These 10 are a step up.
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Android Assistant is the Google equivalent to Amazon Alexa. Now a hallmark feature of Android devices, here are some of the coolest uses of the technology.
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Smartwatches have steadily improved their performance and expanded their functions since they arrived on the scene. Here are some of their hottest features.
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Looking for a gift for a tech obsessed friend or family member? Here are the best gadgets of 2023, from cameras and speakers to cell phones and smart locks.
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There's no blueprint for why certain pieces of technological innovation fetch for exorbitant prices over time, but these are among the most expensive ever.
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Starting in November, Sony will offer a new slimmed-down version of PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition. How are they different from their three-year-old counterparts?
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Perfecting supersonic flight was a painstaking process with a long history that began more than half a century ago.
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Google's Pixel line of smartphones is up to version 8. The new model is improved in almost every way, from its cameras to its processor to its screen.
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In the minds of many consumers, automotive reliability is at the forefront of what is looked for in top car brands. Here are some of the most reliable around.
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Every armed conflict requires careful preperation, but things rarely go according to plan. Here are some of the biggest military failures in history.
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A major leak has revealed Microsoft's plans for a new version of the Xbox Series X. Here's everything we've learned about this new console so far.
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While 2023 gave electronics consumers plenty to be excited about, 2024 will undoubtedly expand on some advanced offerings with these soon-to-debut gadgets.
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As PC components become smaller but ever more powerful, keeping them cool is increasingly a challenge. These brands take care of the CPU.
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"American Chopper" was an early hit for reality TV and some of its stars became celebrities overnight. Here is what they are up to these days.
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"HQ Trivia" was a seemingly overnight success story with a tragic ending. Here are the short-lived cultural phenomenon's most disastrous moments.
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The Steam Deck has been an enormous success for Valve, and gamers are eagerly awaiting what new features the next version of the handheld will bring.
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These powerful gaming laptops will ensure that you can run the latest and greatest PC games of 2023 and beyond both at home and on the road.
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If you're looking for a new blazing-fast SSD for your PC or PlayStation 5, you can't go wrong with these seven top brands.